I think this is the matchup that should at least be given a good look at.
I know Onyema is not the best defender at this point in his career, however, I think Z can pose a different set of problems for Lofton than TV can, in several ways. One, the speed/quickness factor to some extent neutralizes Lofton’s fundamentals. Lofton is a lot of things, however quick/fast is not among them. Two, this is one big that Onyema comes in about the same height as. Z tears the ball down when rebounding, which is necessary with the strength Lofton plays with. He must have ripped 3 or 4 boards out of TV’s hands one game last year. And three, Z doesn’t let people push him around. Lofton will have to really work to get the position he wants. Now, Onyema may foul out, however I would at least give that matchup a go and see how it works out.